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Desert Dreams Soft Adventure Tour in California and Nevada

We love the desert – and we’ll explore in many of them. The desert offers rare gifts such as health-giving sunshine, a sky studded with diamonds, a breeze that bears no poison, and a landscape of pastel colors such as no artist can duplicate. We will enjoy beautiful Palm Springs, an oasis in the desert; explore the stark beauty of Death Valley National Park with its colorful and rugged terrain and play in the glitter and timelessness of Las Vegas. Mt San Jacinto in Palm Springs welcomes us with a whole different climate as we ride up the tram and walk out at almost 3000 feet of elevation gain. We’ve experienced snow at times – fun! We’ll stay right in Death Valley National Park with spring fed pools, cushy rooms, and great dining. And, Oh! the dark skies call us as we hop in our van after dinner and find a cozy spot away from the lights to appreciate this Dark Sky Park. Our last night in Las Vegas will be amazing with our helicopter ride over the Strip, followed by a delicious dinner at Emeril’s! Come join us on this ‘softer’ adventure. A more relaxed pace with more comfort built in and with all the fun filled activities that make this a great vacation!

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Walking Tour of Downtown Palm Springs

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

Hike Mt. San Jacinto National Monument

Stay in Furnace Creek, Death Valley

Swim in Spring Fed Pools

Hike Gold Canyon

International Dark Sky Park

Helicopter over Las Vegas Strip

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Arrive in Las Vegas by 12noon, and be met by your Canyon Calling Trip Leader. We’ll have a four hour transfer from Las Vegas to Palm Springs through the Mojave National Preserve. We’ll enjoy stops along the way and the funky Joshua Trees too. Check into our boutique hotel in Palm Springs for two nights. Dinner tonight is at a Palm Springs classic supper club, where “it’s hip to be hungry”. We’ll get acquainted with our road sisters as we enjoy a delicious Welcome Dinner. Overnight Palm Springs.

After breakfast, we’ll drive through downtown Palm Springs to the world famous Aerial Tramway , largest in the world and the only one of it’s kind in the Western Hemisphere. We’ll enjoy the tram ascent of two and one half miles with slow cabin floor rotations for amazing views. We’ll arrive at the Mountain Station, Mt. San Jacinto State Park, to a pristine wilderness and hike the 1.5 mile Desert View Trail with a number of scenic overlooks and forest views. We’ll enjoy lunch ‘at the top’ and there’s time for some exploring before traveling back down to the Valley Station, and back to our hotel. We’ll have some time to relax by the pool before departing for our downtown walking tour of the Palm Springs stars of yesteryear. Perhaps a treat and some shopping in the trendy boutiques before we’re off to a divine dinner. Overnight Palm Springs.

Excellent trip, perfect size group, very good activity selections, excellent accommodations -esp in Death Valley- The Ranch. Perfect meals. Janet- bundle of energy, truly cares about her company and the guests travelling with her. I would highly recommend this trip and this company. — Deb D.

After breakfast, we’ll depart for Death Valley National Park , with its deep floor reaching 282 feet below sea level. It’s a spectacular land of shimmering mountains, immense vistas of ever changing light and color, and more than one odd surprise. With a stop for lunch at a cool Greek place, we continue our trek north and east to Furnace Creek where we’ll check in at The Ranch for two nights. This newly renovated resort truly is the Oasis at Death Valley. Enjoy a swim in spring-fed thermal waters, wander the grounds, check out the horse stables. We’ll dine tonight at the Last Kind Words Saloon on property. There are fire pit circles to view the sunset after dinner as the desert cools down. Death Valley is designated an International Dark Sky Park so we’ll go to a no light pollution location to observe the night skies in awe . The constellations and shooting stars will have you mesmerized. Look up and see the universe the way everyone could 100 years ago. Overnight Death Valley.

After breakfast, we’re off on a full day exploration of Death Valley. We’ll hike Golden Canyon , 3 to 5 miles depending on what we feel like, a very scenically dramatic hike. Then a stop at Harmony Borax Works , with remains of the borax processing plant and remnants of the 20 Mule Team cart. Borax was discovered in the valley in 1873, but mining didn’t begin until the 1880’s. Borax doesn’t have the glamour of gold, but more than $30MM worth of the white powder had been produced from the Death Valley region by 1927. We’ll explore Mustard Canyon, and stop at the Visitor Center along with a stop at Salt Creek for the Nature Trail walk and hopefully we’ll see pupfish, the only fish to survive the evaporation of Lake Manly. 20,000 years ago fish thrived in great fresh water lakes in this part of the southwest. Today, nine types of pupfish live in and near Death Valley and a tenth has apparently become extinct. Next it’s off to Stovepipe Wells , past the sand dunes of Death Valley, and over to the Saloon for lunch. This afternoon, we continue north to Ubehebe Crater . Only a few thousand years ago great explosive eruptions blasted out this half-mile wide, 600-foot deep, dramatic crater. We’ll hike a bit around here then return to the Ranch. We should be back late afternoon so you have some free time to enjoy the resort, shop, maybe opt for a sunset horse ride (at guest’s expense) or just chill at the spring-fed pool. We’ll meet back up for dinner. Overnight Death Valley.

Loved this opportunity to get away, enjoy immensely beautiful places/views and great company. It was such a pleasure traveling with this group of ladies, especially without having to be the one to worry about the driving, and the planning, and all of the minutia usually involved in a “vacation”. Thank you, Canyon Calling and crazy, funny, beautiful Janet! — Rachel P.

After breakfast, we’ll drive south to tour Death Valley , stopping at Badwater Basin at 282 feet below sea level and look up to Telescope Peak, towering at 11,049 feet. We’ll visit Devil’s Golf Course , with jagged blocks of tiny salt crystals. Our next stop is Artist’s Drive and Artist’s Palette to enjoy the colorful sedimentary and volcanic rocks looking like it was splashed across the hillsides with a giant artist’s paintbrush. We’ll stop at Zabriske Point for stunning views, then say farewell to Death Valley. Our two-hour transfer back to Las Vegas includes a stop for lunch at a funky local diner. We’ll arrive Las Vegas and check into our hotel to get cleaned up. It’s over to the helipad for a sunset helicopter tour with champagne over the glittering Las Vegas strip ! We’ll buzz the Stratosphere, one of the tallest buildings in the US, and enjoy iconic views of the street and Fremont Street from far above. After that thrilling activity, we’ll head over to the MGM Grand to enjoy our Farewell Dinner at the world-famous Emeril’s. After dinner, feel free to explore The Strip on your own.. maybe a show? Overnight Las Vegas.

After breakfast enjoy the hotel amenities until it’s time to transfer to the Las Vegas airport for flights home, or choose to extend on your own and play in Sin City!

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• 5 days/5 nights fully guided tour by a Canyon Calling Trip Leader
• All land transportation as outlined in this itinerary
• Hotel accommodations, double occupancy
• All meals from dinner on Day 1 through breakfast on Day 6
• All activities and excursions
• All entrance fees and permits

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• Transportation to and from Las Vegas, Nevada
• Alcoholic beverages and items of a personal nature
• Optional gratuity to your Trip Leader at the end of the week

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Chart a course through the deserts of America, basking in the photographer's dream of Death Valley, Badwater Basin’s salt flats, iconic Joshua Tree National Park and Red Rock Canyon’s towering cliffs. Find yourself tucking into gastronomic delights and sipping local brews with a Head Brewer.

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I still recall the blazing colors and awe-inspiring landscapes that took my breath away as a kid in my family's RV through the American Southwest on one of our epic three week long road trips. I couldn't read or nap long without my uncle shouting back to me from the front seat, "Danielle! Look! Look! Look!" At every turn, the landscapes were uniquely spectacular and so unlike our suburban Pennsylvania backyard. The Southwest is almost an alien, mythical land for us East Coasters, but really it's magical for anyone from anywhere.

The Southwest is a vast region that might seem overwhelming, but Nine Muses Travel can customize an adventure for your desired focus, e.g. hot springs and wellness, outdoor adventure, indigenous history and culture, golf, art and architecture, photography, and so much more. You may be surprised to discover how lush our desert destinations can be, filled with gardens, diverse cacti, verdant valleys, and rushing rivers for whitewater rafting.

There's a wide range of accommodations, with the most memorable being your very own, custom-built, private glamp camp that comes with a chef, restrooms, and shower. Check out my BLOG ARTICLE  for more details about glamping in these areas!

So many of our country's most epically beautiful national parks are in America's deserts, and below is a guide for your next journey through the American Southwest!

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Days can be warm to hot while the nights can be freezing, so pack accordingly!

Desert regions of the U.S. generally stay sunny but are not necessarily warm through the winter.

Sparsely inhabited regions make for longer (3-4 hour) drive times between major destinations.

Northern New Mexico & Southern Colorado

This region is renowned for its ancient Pueblo cliff dwellings, native history and culture, and ruggedly beautiful lands you can explore at Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico and Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado. There are amazing outdoor activities here too. You'll love staying at the vast  Vermejo, a Ted Turner Reserve . Spread over more than 500,000 acres, it's the largest privately owned protected area in the continental U.S. This wilderness lodge amid tremendous landscape is perfect for safari and adventure lovers. If you're looking for a special experience at less than five stars, Zapata Ranch is a gorgeous horseback riding oriented property near the sand dunes, about three to four hours south of Denver, close to the New Mexico border.

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Great Sand Dunes National Park horseback riding adventure

Private bison expedition by horse

New Mexico wildlife safari

Anthropology and archaeology tour of indigenous history, culture and artifacts

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Shooting sports / archery

Mountain biking

Rock climbing and bouldering

Southern New Mexico

For a relaxing wellness getaway, you'll find serenity amid the hot springs and spa treatments of this less visited region. Southern New Mexico is wonderful to visit as you explore the rich cultural destinations between Santa Fe and Truth and Consequences, where you'll feel rejuvenated at the superlative  Ladder, a Ted Turner Reserve  or  Sierra Grande Lodge, a Ted Turner Retreat . Both are less than two hours from White Sands National Park.    

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Private wildlife eco excursion

Hot spring soak and spa treatment

Salinas Pueblo Mission touring 

Northern Arizona

Get your kicks on Route 66 as you drive through history! Sedona is Arizona's primary resort town, and it's only two hours from the Grand Canyon. Or let's arrange a private helicopter flight to the Canyon instead! Stay surrounded in ridiculously beautiful red rocks at Enchantment Resort , or for lower budgets, stay in town at the lovely, boutique Sedona Rouge Hotel & Spa.

Sedona off road Jeep adventure 

Red Rock hiking and yoga

Hiking and indigenous culture tour 

eBike Red Rock tour of Sedona

Horseback trail ride with picnic

Day trip to Grand Canyon - by land or air!

Petrified Forest National Park 

Route 66 history 

Southern Arizona

This is prime area to set up your private glamp camp out in the desert! Scottsdale and Tucson are the main attractions here, and you'll definitely want to check out all the cool cacti at Saguaro National Park. Definitely include a private visit to Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home and school, Taliesin West; located in Scottsdale, this is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and among the most personal of his creations. Stay at Four Seasons Scottsdale-Troon North  or Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch in Tucson, a small guest ranch. 

Grand Canyon air and land tour

Calm water rafting / river kayaking

Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West

Desert biking excursion

Saguaro National Park private tour

Sonoran Desert hike / horseback ride 

Tucson culture and arts tour

Photography touring

Southern Utah

This region is famous for its Big Five national parks: Bryce Canyon, Zion, Arches, Canyonlands, and Capitol Reef, and they're all unbelievably special spots to have us set up your private glamp camp. Sleeping amongst the stars, you'll never forget this experience. You can't go wrong staying at the unparalleled  Amangiri   or small boutique properties like Cliffrose Lodge, Zion Mountain Ranch, Sorrel River Ranch, Desert Rose, and Stone Canyon Inn.

Whitewater / float on Colorado River - tailored to your skill level

Backcountry canyoneering - Arches & Canyonlands

Off-road 4x4 adventures - Canyonlands backcountry

VIP park touring in the Big Five: Zion, Bryce Canyon, Arches, Canyonlands, and Capitol Reef

Overnight camping / backpacking in the parks - Zion

Southern California

For art and architecture enthusiasts, Palm Springs is a must! Here you'll find America's largest concentration of mid-20th century modern architecture. Famous residents once included Dean Martin, Kirk Douglas, Debbie Reynolds, and Marilyn Monroe, whose home remains a popular visit along with Elvis Presley's honeymoon hideaway (aka The House of Tomorrow). Afterwards head to Joshua Tree and stage your own version of the U2 album cover. (Or is that something only I would do?)  Stay at Parker Palm Springs,  The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage  to be further out of town, or in your own private Palm Springs villa.

Joshua Tree sightseeing tour

Evening photo and star gazing tour

San Andreas Fault Jeep tour

Desert oasis horseback ride

Palm Springs art tour

Palm Springs architectural tour

Mid-century mansion dinner

Private windmill farm tour

Coachella VIP access 

Las Vegas & Death Valley

What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas - except the Instagram photos and great memories! Take an after hours tour of the Neon Museum to learn all about the history of the town's business they call show, go underneath the Bellagio fountains on a special tour, and head off the strip to Old Las Vegas with a private driver guide. Take a kayak excursion to Hoover Dam and tour this architectural masterpiece, then head further out of town to Death Valley, just two hours away. You can take a helicopter to the west rim of the Grand Canyon too, but keep in mind the most iconic views are found more along the south rim. With no smoking or casinos, you'll have a relaxed, quiet ambiance at Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas  and  Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas , which has direct access to Mandalay Bay casino next door. For families who want the full, classic gambling feel, Wynn Las Vegas and Encore is a great choice.

Grand Canyon west rim helicopter tour 

Valley of Fire dune buggy for thrills

Desert RZR adventure 

After-hours Neon Museum access 

Underneath the Bellagio fountains

Death Valley off-road Jeep excursion 

Colorado River and Hoover Dam kayak experience + tour of Hoover Dam

Old Las Vegas driving tour 

Suggested Itineraries

Rocky Mountain High: Colorado & New Mexico: Denver, Colorado Springs, Raton, Taos, Santa Fe

The Ultimate Southwest Road Trip: Sedona, Canyon Point, Zion National Park, Moab

Utah's Big 5: Las Vegas to Moab: Las Vegas, Zion & Bryce Canyon National Parks, Moab

Wild! The Wonders of Oregon: Portland, Williamette Valley, Oregon Coast, Bend

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Contact Nine Muses Travel when you're ready to wander the desert and learn more about me and what I can do for you !

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Jump from Chile’s urban landscapes to its deserts in one go. Experience the energy of major cities, Santiago de Chile, Valparaíso and Viña del Mar, before losing yourself in the awe-inspiring vastness of San Pedro de Atacama.

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Fall in love with Chile’s eclectic variety of landscapes as you navigate cities and deserts. Starting in the country’s capital, Santiago de Chile, known for its Gothic and Baroque architecture, make your way through tourist favorites, Valparaíso and Viña del Mar, before embarking on a desert adventure through San Pedro de Atacama to admire its stunning salt flats.

It's time to explore the diverse landscapes, cultures and breathtaking natural beauty of South America. Arrive at your US departure airport ready to check-in for an overnight flight to  Santiago,  Chile. Night on board.

If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

Arrival at the airport in Santiago de Chile. Transfer to the hotel and check-in. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Perhaps you can use this time to familiarize yourself with this vibrant and cosmopolitan city; why not sample the local cuisine or enjoy cocktails in the trendy neighborhood of Bellavista? Overnight stay in Santiago de Chile. 

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Breakfast at the hotel. Start your adventure by taking part in a guided city tour where you will acquaint yourself with Santiago’s main attractions—everything from the ‘Sanhattan’ skyscrapers to the old-world colonial architecture in a captivating fusion of old meets new. 

Begin the tour walking down the city’s main avenue and learn about its history and surroundings. 

Visit the cobblestoned streets of Lastarria, a neighborhood characterized by its open green spaces and 19th century style mansions, now used as cafes, restaurants, bookstores and museums. Next, get lost in the beauty of Santa Lucia Hill as your guide recounts the Mapuche/Spanish conflict before stopping by a panoramic viewpoint to gaze at Santigo in all its splendor, including relics and constructions of the colonial era, such as the Hidalgo Castle. 

From here, stop by emblematic locations of the city such as Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral of Santiago as well as the former national congress, the imposing government house called La Moneda and the Plaza de la Constitución where you will learn about its historical significance.

The tour will continue with a visit to the Central Market, one of the most well-known gastronomic points of Santiago, and then continue to the upper sector of the capital. On the way, you will stop by a Lapis Lazuli store where you can purchase one-of-a-kind jewelry and unique handicrafts to take back home with you. Transfer to your hotel and overnight stay in Santiago de Chile.

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, transfer to Valparaiso, passing through the lush agricultural valley of Curacavi and the Casablanca Valley, famous for its innovative wineries that are producing Chile's best white wines and cool-climate reds. Arrive in Valparaiso, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its unique architecture and cultural significance and embark on a guided city tour starting by its downtown area and learn about the history of "Valpo" and its importance in the trade and commerce of South America. 

To get to the top of the city’s steep hills, hop on a funicular and enjoy a maze of streets revealing brightly colored buildings, bohemian cafes, elegant restaurants, and spectacular views of the port. From here, make your way to Cerro Concepción and Cerro Alegre, two of Valparaiso 's most eclectic neighborhoods. 

Next, stop by La Sebastiana, one of the three houses converted into museums dedicated to Pablo Neruda (entrance and lunch not included). Finally, continue the tour to the city of Viña del Mar where you will visit its main attractions, including the Flower Clock, the Fonck Museum, the Quinta Vergara, and Los Cañones Beach. The rest of the day is yours to spend as you see fit. Overnight stay in Santiago de Chile.

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Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport in Santiago de Chile for a flight to Calama. Upon arrival, you will be met by a representative and transferred to your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama for check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Take this time to familiarize yourself with your new surroundings. Why not quickly browse the remarkable natural landscapes of this truly magical location? Overnight stay in San Pedro de Atacama

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Breakfast at the hotel. Leisurely time for you to enjoy yourself at your own pace until the early afternoon. Later, visit the Valley of the Moon which contains a variety of stones and sand formations that resemble the moon’s landscape, part of the National Reserve Los Flamencos (entrance fees not included*). You will make your way to the Cordillera de la Sal and Valles de Marte y Luna, which are salt flats with a stunning view into the distance that will truly leave you speechless.  Finally, at sunset, you will get to experience the unforgettable moment golden and red tones cover everything in sight, making this magical moment one you will take with you forever. Return to your hotel and overnight stay in San Pedro de Atacama. *To visit the Valley of the Moon, you must pay a fee to access the National Reserve Los Flamencos.

Excursion to the Valley of the Moon

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the entire day at your leisure. Take this time to relax and move at your own pace. Alternatively, we recommend taking part in one of two of the following optional activities: either a full day excursion to Tatio Geysers and the village of Machuca* or a full day excursion to Altiplanic Lagoons**.  Overnight stay in San Pedro de Atacama. 

*Optional Excursion to Tatio Geysers and Machuca village: Embark on an exciting journey to beautiful Altiplano early in the morning to get a glimpse of the immaculate sunrise over the geothermal field of the Tatio Geysers where 70 fumaroles emerge from the ground in jets of steam and water. Later, take a stroll through the village of Machuca, home to traditional straw houses and artisans selling Andean crafts and delicacies. 

**Optional Excursion to Altiplanic Lagoons: Get to know the stunning lagoons of Altiplanic including Miscanti and Miniques which are surrounded by volcanoes as well as the magnificent Salar de Aguas calientes, most famously known for its red stones. Later, head to  Chaxa Lagoon and the Andean town of Toconao where you can feast your eyes on a variety of exotic wildlife including flamingos. Lunch included.

Altiplanic Lagoons Excursion

Tatio Geysers & Machuca Excursion

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, you will be picked up from your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama and taken to Calama airport to board a flight to Santiago de Chile. You will be met at the airport by one of our representatives and transferred to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is yours to relax and spend it as you see fit. Overnight stay in Santiago de Chile.

Breakfast at the hotel*. It’s time to bid farewell to magical Chile. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to board a flight back home to the U.S. 

*Depending on the time of your departure flight you might not be able to enjoy breakfast this morning.

Included activities

Included activity for day 3 in Santiago de Chile

Get to know Santiago from the skyscrapers of "Sanhattan" to the colonial-style architecture. Climb the Cerro de Santa Lucía and visit La Moneda, among other places, to finish at the Central Market.

Duration 03:00h Approx. Pick up time: 08:00 Approx

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Included activity for day 4 in Valparaiso

Valparaiso, Chile's vibrant port city, captivates with its colorful hills, street art, and bohemian atmosphere. Viña del Mar, adjacent, offers elegant beaches, gardens, and a lively cultural scene.

Duration 11:00h Approx. Pick up time: 07:00 Approx

Included activity for day 6 in Luna Valley

Head to the Valley of the Moon to gaze at the stunning geological formations, salt extraction mines and views over the Cordillera de la Sal, the Andes and its volcanoes, as you enjoy a delicious cocktail.

Duration 04:30h Approx. Pick up time: 15:00 Approx

Available Activities

Suggested activity for day 7 in Patagonia Chilena

Visit Chaxa Lagoon, home to flamingos and exotic birdlife, and the lagoons of Miscanti and Miñique, surrounded by volcanoes. You will also see the red stones of the Salar de Aguas Calientes with lunch included.

Duration 09:00h Approx. Pick up time: 08:30 Approx

Suggested activity for day 7

Head to the Altiplano, setting off early to see the sunrise over the geothermal field of the Tatio Geysers, where 70 fumaroles emerge from the ground. Later, explore the Machuca and Putana wetlands, home to a variety of birds.

Duration 08:00h Approx. Pick up time: 04:30 Approx

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• 7 breakfasts.
• Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
• Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide. See itinerary
• All air taxes and fuel surcharge.

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• Day 1 Amman
• Day 2 Wadi Rum
• Day 3 Wadi Rum
• Day 4 Petra
• Day 5 Petra
• Day 6 Kerak - Dead Sea - Mount Nebo - Madaba
• Day 7 Jerash - Madaba
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Customizable itinerary, short and multi-day tours.

We offer a variety of pre-designed exciting desert tours, which take you to the best, most beautiful, and historically valuable spots in Wadi Rum, which we have selected for you with our many years of experience guiding tourists.

These include not only conventional jeep tours but also camel treks, mountain hikes and desert treks as well as combined tours with different mixed activities and experiences.

Of course, we are also happy to customize any tour to your liking. We have English-speakinglocal Bedouin guids, and most of our tours are private.

On many of our longer tours, we visit a local Bedouin tent,  where we will drink tea prepared over the fire, and get to see and listen to a very traditional Bedouin instrument called rababa.

Sit on the back of a comfortable jeep with benches and even sunshades installed, and  enjoy the breeze and magnificent desert views all around. 

Moreover, jeep tours are the perfect choice if you only have limited time in Wadi Rum, as it takes you around the vast desert quickly and hence allow you to visit many spread-apart sites in a short time , including those far away from the village. 

CAMEL TREKS

Looking for an extraordinary experience ? Travel through the desert like the Bedouins used to do in ancient times . You will ride across different coloured sand, through canyons, and over huge dunes . In between, we stop at various points of interest including historic sites like ancient water holes and inscriptions , as well as rock arches that you can scramble up. We also stop at secluded picturesque spots for lunch.

HIKING TOURS

We drive you to one of the bigger mountains ( Burdah, Umm Addami, or Al Hash ), ranging from flat ascending to scrambling with hands. From the top of all mountains, you will enjoy a wide view of the desert.  We also stop at a few places on the way there and back. 

We also offer desert trekking  entirely on foot through canyons, over sand dunes and rocks .

MIXED TOURS

Can't decide between hike and camel? Or maybe better go by jeep? No worries, we have the perfect solution for you!

We offer a variety of tours which include jeep, camel, and hike all in one package ! This way, you get to experience a bit of everything Wadi Rum has to offer and have a much more complete and wholesome experience .

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Tucson Premiere of Nature Documentary Film 'Desert Dreams'

Celebrating Five Seasons in the Sonoran Desert

Sunday, May 19th, 3 p.m. (doors open at 1 p.m.) Tucson's Historic Fox Theater — 17 W. Congress St.

Without narration or people, this unique film will let you experience the Sonoran Desert from the inside out. It showcases 182 species of plants and animals through a kaleidoscope of visuals, music, and natural sounds. This immersive production focuses on the beauty and diversity of the Sonoran Desert followed through a cycle of five distinct seasons.

This amazing film was a 4-year project by award-winning producer, Thomas Wiewandt, a long-time Tucson resident

Winner of the 2013 Directors' Choice Award for Best Short Documentary at the Sedona International Film Festival and to be showcased in the June at the Prestigious 2013 Reel Earth Environmental Film Festival in New Zealand.

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• Short trip to Jordan 6 days
• Historical Jordan 10 Days
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• Jordan’s Variety 15 Days
• Trekking through the South 15 Days
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The most important consideration when planning a visit to Petra is time.

enjoy the attractions of Rum, including jeep, camel and hiking tours.

The official language of Jordan is Arabic, but English is widely spoken especially in the cities. Many Jordanians have traveled, or have been educated abroad, so French, German, Italian and Spanish etc are also spoken, but to a lesser extent. Did you know most traffic signs are in Arabic and English?

ACCESSIBILITY

Visitors with a valid passport may obtain a visa at any Jordanian embassy or consulate abroad. A visa can also be obtained at Amman’s Queen Alia International Airport or at any other border crossing except King Hussein Bridge and the ferryboat from Egypt. Visas are valid for one month.

The first thing you will notice about Jordan when you arrive is that people are very warm and hospitable towards tourists. You will be pleasantly surprised by the feeling of safety you will find in Jordan. It is one of the safest countries to travel to in the whole world! SALAM ALEYKUM!

1 September 2020

Due to Covid19 the borders of Jordan are closed since March 2020. In the last couple of months we experienced full lock down from which restrictions slowly loosened up. We are now allowed to travel throughout the country but borders still remain closed. It seems Amman Airport might open on September 17th! We will follow closely to inform you about any measurements that will be taken so you can safely travel to Jordan. We hope we may welcome everyone again in the near future.

In the mean time we welcome all residents of Jordan to contact us. We would love to welcome you! Discover the beauty of Jordan with us, let your own country surprise you. Book a stay in Aqaba or the Dead Sea with us or go for a visit to Petra. Ride a horse or explore your country by bike! Enjoy a hike through the desert and sleep under millions of stars!

Contact us at [email protected] ! Stay safe!

Coachella 2024: Lineup, daily schedule, ticket info, how to watch festival livestream

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival returns this weekend at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California.

The 23rd installment of the festival will see artists such as Lana Del Rey , Doja Cat and Tyler, the Creator headline, in addition to performances from Ice Spice, Sublime, Peso Pluma, Deftones, and Lil Yachty, among others. Gwen Stefani and No Doubt will also reunite onstage for the first time in nearly a decade.

The festival is set to be held on the weekends of April 12-14 and April 19-21. Passes for the first weekend are sold out, however passes for the second weekend are still available.

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Here's what you need to know about Coachella 2024, including the full lineup, daily schedule and how to watch from home if you can't make it out to California.

Coachella 2024 lineup: Lana Del Rey, Doja Cat, No Doubt and Tyler, the Creator to headline

How to watch Coachella 2024 on TV, livestream

This year's festival will air exclusively on YouTube , according to the company's official blog.

The stream will begin Friday, April 12 at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET with six live stream stages and "all new multi-view for TV screens," YouTube said.

"With performances captured for all screens, plus exclusive merchandise, behind-the-scenes content on Shorts, interviews, photos, and more, our 2024 lineup is giving global music fans the ultimate all access pass from afar," the company wrote in its blog.

Fans can tune in on their smartphones, TVs or computers on Coachella's YouTube channel .

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Coachella 2024 lineup schedule

Lana Del Rey is set to headline the festivities on both Fridays, April 12 and 19, along with performances from Peso Pluma, Lil Uzi Vert, Bizarrap, Deftones, Everything Always, and more.

Tyler, the Creator will be the Saturday headliner both weekends and will be joined by likes of Ice Spice, Sublime, Grimes, Jon Batiste, and Dom Dolla, among others.

Doja Cat will be the Sunday headliner both weekends and will be joined by J Balvin, Jhené Aiko, Khruangbin, and DJ Snake, among others.

You can see the full schedule of performers in the Instagram post below.

Coachella 2024 set times

A full list of day-by-day set times can be found on Coachella's website.

Coachella 2024 passes

Passes for the first weekend of Coachella are sold out, according to the festival's website, however you can still purchase passes for the second weekend .

General admission passes are on sale for $499 plus fees, while general admission passes with shuttle access are going for $619 plus fees. VIP passes are listed for $1,069 plus fees.

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Coachella 2024: Shakira surprises crowd at Bizarrap’s set, announces Acrisure Arena show

Global superstar Shakira made a guest appearance at Argentine producer Bizarrap’s set at the Sahara tent Friday night, bringing her world-famous diss song to the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and announcing an upcoming world tour — that just so happens to kick off locally at Acrisure Arena.

The crowd, already energized throughout the start of Bizarrap’s DJ set, became fully rapturous when the Colombian star emerged to first perform “La Fuerte,” a collaboration with the producer. She followed it with her Vol. 53 of the Bzrp sessions, a scathing diss song aimed at her ex-husband Gerard Piqué, appearing about halfway through the hour-long set.

Shakira entered with the words “La Loba Se Viene” (Spanish for “the wolf is coming”) sprawled across the large screen behind her. She later announced a world tour for her latest album, “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran,” calling her Coachella appearance the informal kickoff to the tour.

The official kickoff to the tour, on the other hand, will be in Palm Desert at Acrisure Arena. Shakira announced the concert before the local venue got a chance to, so we don't have a date or information about tickets yet, but Acrisure did share Shakira's Instagram story Friday night, which showed the superstar stopped off the side of I-10 to look at Acrisure Arena, which put a message on its huge roadside sign saying "Shakira Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour" with a QR code that brings you to a page on Shakira's website to sign up for alerts.

Bizarrap, who’s collaborated with a who’s who list of renowned Latino artists , played a litany of his popular BZRP sessions, including collaborations with Eladio Carrión, Milo J and Nicky Jam, during his set.

Shakira was the only guest appearance during the lengthy show, which featured plenty of cool visuals and impressive remixes by the Argentine producer. Bizarrap didn’t say much during his set, beyond imploring the crowd to keep dancing and to up the energy. But his stage presence was confident, particularly for a producer making his Coachella debut.

Though neither appeared on stage with him, Bizarrap also played his songs with Young Miko and Peso Pluma , both of whom also had their own Friday performances at the Empire Polo Club.

More: Coachella Day 1 updates: Sabrina Carpenter shines sans Swift, Shakira surprise guest stars

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Tom Coulter is The Desert Sun's mid-valley reporter, but this weekend he's one of the paper's several returning Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival writers.

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Usa northwest tours – oregon and washington adventure tours, from snow-capped volcanoes to temperate rain forest and dramatic coastlines, explore diverse beauty on these pacific northwest tours.

Travel through the magnificent Cascade mountains, past towering waterfalls along the Colombia Gorge on these USA Northwest tours.  Walk on the ruggedly beautiful Pacific Coast and travel through an enormous temperate rain forest. These Oregon and Washington adventure tours take small groups through a unique and delightful part of the world that is rarely visited by outsiders.

A great love of adventure travelers and the friendly locals you’ll encounter, the unspoiled Pacific Northwest offers a fantastic array of stunning landscapes, unique environments and charming towns. Visit Oregon’s historic Timberline Lodge on  the slopes of a 14,000 ft. Mount Whitney, soak in natural mineral hot springs in Sol Duc, and enjoy the quite beauty of this region with a small group of like minded travelers.

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USA Northwest Now Tours Daily Itinerary, 6 days / 5 nights

Day 1: Portland Oregon Welcome to Portland, a bright modern city full of unique restaurants, art, and breweries surrounded by natural wonders. You will meet your traveling companions and your guide and driver will share important information and travel documents.

Portland, Oregon

Day 2: Portland, Mount Hood, Colombia Gorge

Explore the city on your own, or join us for a side trip to Mount Hood, an enormous snow covered volcano towering above its neighbors in the Cascade mountain range. We will drive the Historic Columbia River Highway, catching breathtaking views of mountains, forests, and the wild Colombia River. We stop at the 600 ft. Multnomah Falls. We will visit the Bonneville Dam and stop for lunch at a mountain lake. Then we will climb to the Timberline Lodge, a National Historic Landmark at 6000 ft. above sea level, built by the Worker’s Progress Administration, it’s a beautiful example of how this Great Depression effort to provide work opportunities held art and craftsmanship in high esteem.

Multnoma Falls, Oregon

Mt. Hood, Oregon

Day 3: Mt Saint Helens, Quinault, Washington

Today we cross the border into Washington, the Evergreen State. We will visit Mount. St. Helens, a dramatic Cascade range volcano that covered a 230 miles of the forest region with ash during its last eruption in 1980.  Now, the area is protected for scientific study. We will learn about the eruption at the visitor’s center and drive up to the Johnston Ridge Observatory, where we can view the lava dome and pumice planes. We will picnic here, and explore the area on foot. Next we will travel to beautiful Quinault Washington, gateway to the Olympic Peninsula.

Mount St. Helens

Volcanic Cascade Mountain Range

Day 4: Olympic National Park, Sol Duc Hot Springs, Port Angeles

Discover Olympic National park, walk through the Hoh Rain Forest, the largest temperate rain forest in the United States. Next we’ll stop at the stop at Rialto Breach, and walk along the beautiful Pacific Coast, then we will drive to the Sol Duc Hot Springs where we will enjoy the natural mineral hot springs and pools. We will spend the night in Sequim, Washington, and jumping off point to the many sights of the Olympic Peninsula.

a Native American Totem Pole at the Olympic Peninsula

Crescent Lake in the Olympic Peninsula

Day 5: Hurricane Ridge, Seattle

Weather allowing, we will visit Hurricane Ridge one of the most popular places to explore the mountains of the Olympic Peninsula, with views of Mount Olympus, the Strait of San Juan de Fuca, and Vancouver Island.  We will picnic here, and tour the area, and then take an afternoon ferry to Seattle, quirky Pacific Northwest city known for its vibrant local culture, the century old Pike’s Place Market and the futuristic Space Needle building.  If the weather is not ideal for visiting the Olympic Mountains we will provide tours of this remarkable city.

Olympic National Park

Seattle Skyline

Day 6: Seattle

The tour ends today, take the opportunity to explore Seattle home of the 1962 World’s Fair, the Space Needle, world famous coffee, the bright and bizarre art of the Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum, and much more.

Seattle, Washington

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